Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.1 Unit 2: Understanding Multiagency Coordination

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.2 Unit Objectives Describe:  Multiagency coordination at all levels of government.  Functions and elements of MACS.  The difference between command and coordination.

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.3 Mandates HSPD-5 HSPD-8 National Preparedness Management of Domestic Incidents Mandates

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.4 National Response Framework (NRF)  Establishes a comprehensive, national, all-hazards approach to domestic incident response.  Presents an overview of key response principles, roles, and structures that guide the national response.  Includes the Core Document, Annexes, and Partner Guides.  Replaces the National Response Plan.

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.5 National Incident Management System  What?... NIMS provides a consistent nationwide template...  Who?... to enable Federal, State, tribal, and local governments, the private sector, and nongovernmental organizations to work together...  How?... to prepare for, prevent, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the effects of incidents regardless of cause, size, location, or complexity...  Why?... in order to reduce the loss of life and property, and harm to the environment.

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.6 NIMS: What It Is/What It’s Not NIMS is not...  An operational incident management plan  A resource allocation plan  A terrorism/WMD- specific plan  Designed to address international events NIMS is...  A flexible framework of:  Doctrine  Concepts  Principles  Terminology  Organizational processes  Applicable to all hazards and jurisdictions NIMS is...  A flexible framework of:  Doctrine  Concepts  Principles  Terminology  Organizational processes  Applicable to all hazards and jurisdictions

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.7 NIMS Components Command and Management Preparedness Resource Management Communications and Information Management Ongoing Management and Maintenance Multiagency Coordination Systems Public Information Incident Command System

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.8 Command and Management Elements Command and Management Incident Command System Multiagency Coordination Systems Public Information Preparedness Resource Management Communications & Information Management

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.9 Activity: Coordination Challenges Instructions: Working in your table groups... 1.Review the scenario in your Student Manuals. 2.Identify the top 5 coordination challenges. 3.Write your answers on chart paper. 4.Select a spokesperson and be prepared to present to the class in 15 minutes.

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.10 What Is Multiagency Coordination? Multiagency coordination:  Is a process that allows all levels of government to work together more effectively.  Occurs across different disciplines.  Can occur on a regular basis whenever personnel from different agencies interact.

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.11 Multiagency Coordination System NOT simply a physical location or facility. Rather, a system that:  Defines business practices, operating procedures, and protocols.  Provides support, coordination, and assistance. Coordinate To advance an analysis and exchange of information systematically among principals who have or may have a need to know certain information to carry out specific incident management responsibilities. Key NIMS Terminology

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.12 Why Multiagency Coordination?  To establish and clarify policy.  To help establish a common operating picture.  To set priorities among incidents and resolve critical resource issues.  To facilitate logistics support and resource tracking.  To synchronize messaging to ensure that we are speaking with one voice.

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.13 Discussion Question What experience does your organization have with MAC Systems?

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.14 Primary MAC Functions Primary MAC System functions include:  Situation Assessment  Incident Priority Determination  Critical Resource Acquisition and Allocation  Interagency Activities  Other Coordination

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.15 Command vs. Coordination What is the difference between command and coordination?

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.16 Command vs. Coordination Command is the act of directing, ordering, or controlling by virtue of explicit authority. Coordination is the process of providing support to the command structure.

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.17 MAC System Elements MAC Systems are a combination of:  Facilities  Equipment  Personnel  Procedures

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.18 Example System Elements... On-Scene Command Dispatch Resource Coordination Centers Emergency Operations Centers Coordination Entities/ Groups Multiagency Coordination System

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.19 Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) An EOC:  Supports the on-scene response.  Has a physical location with staff.  Communicates with the incident site.  Is managed through protocols.  Is applicable at different levels of government.

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.20 EOC Organization and Staffing EOCs may be:  Organized by:  Major discipline.  Emergency support function.  Jurisdiction.  Some combination thereof.  Staffed by personnel representing multiple jurisdictions and functional disciplines.

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.21 Coordination (MAC) Group A Coordination or MAC Group:  Does not have any direct involvement.  Can function virtually.  May be established at any level or within any discipline.

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.22 MAC Group Membership The success of the MAC Group depends on membership. Organizations that should be members include:  Directly impacted organizations,  Business organizations,  Volunteer organizations, and  Other organizations with special expertise.

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.23 MAC Groups vs. Area Command  Area Command oversees management coordination of the incident(s).  A MAC System element, such as an EOC, coordinates support.

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.24 Chain of Command

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.25 How the System Works

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.26 Discussion Questions What are the benefits of a MAC Group? What conflicts could potentially exist between EOC and IC staff? Why?

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.27 Effective Multiagency Coordination  Provides reliable systems and resources.  Acquires, analyzes, and communicates information.  Is flexible in supporting the command structure.  Anticipates change.  Promotes public confidence.

Understanding Multiagency Coordination IS-701.A – February 2010 Visual 2.28 Summary Activity Instructions: Working with your table groups... 1.Review the tunnel fire scenario. 2.Determine which MAC System elements would be involved and what role each would assume. 3.Write your answers on chart paper. 4.Select a spokesperson and be prepared to share your answers with the class in 10 minutes.